Environmental Health Answers

Which of the following is the main benefit of ozone? A.reduces pollution levelsB.absorbs ultraviolet radiation from the SunC.filters particulates from the atmosphereD.neutralizes the effects of carbon monoxide

Since the implementation of the Clean Air Act, the concentrations of all major air pollutants have decreased.

Which of the regulations below is not designed to protect the environment? A.Resource Conservation and Recovery ActB.Clean Air ActC.Noise Control ActD.Occupational Safety and Health Act

Besides air pollution, four other important types of pollution are soil, water, waste, and __________. A.dustB.windC.cloudD.noise

Which of these is a source for particulate matter in the air? A.automobilesB.dustC.firesD.all of the above

The US Environmental Protection Agency issues a daily report for pollution levels called the __________. A.Pollution Advisory WarningB.Air Rating LevelC.Particulates and Pollution IndexD.Air Quality Index

How can you improve indoor air quality? A.keeping pets indoors as much as possibleB.using darker paint on all interior wallsC.installing sunscreens on all windowsD.increasing ventilation in enclosed spaces

The most common source of carbon monoxide pollution is vehicle exhaust. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

The US Congress is the organization responsible for setting up environmental protection regulations that are enforced by local and state authorities.

Which of the following are two mechanisms for water pollution?A.high and lowB.direct and indirectC.lethal and nonlethalD.harmful and innocuous

Exposure to noise pollution for extended periods of time can cause sleeplessness and high blood pressure.

Soil pollution can result in dangerous levels of silver.

Because of their strong bodies and immune systems, athletes are not affected by air pollution when exercising.

Which of the following is the first step used by the EPA when creating environmental protection regulations?

Critical practices to control the amount of solid waste include __________.